Android vrs iPhone

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

I think I might be out growing Apple so when we make the big switch to T-Mobile I might look into a android so I well have my iPad still so can I still have access to my iTunes account solely using the iPad the main reason for those that are confused is I believe android battery last longer then Apple

 

[Princess_Ariel_5]

I always think about making the switch but I'm too attached to my iPhone! I'm scared to learn a new software lol

 

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

I am just tired of my battery dying all the time and I just replaced my phone

 

[Princess_Ariel_5]

I am just tired of my battery dying all the time and I just replaced my phone

I feel ya on that one...the batteries on iPhones stink!

 

[maxaroni]

My 2 cents. If you do have an ipad, as I do, I love having both and used to the set up and ease of using it. Some love Android, I have never had one, but have heard from some that they feel an iphone is easier to use, especially if you have other Apple products. As far as all of that goes, it is an individual preference. Some people are Apple only, the other side of the coin is Android only. Now, for the next part of my thinking...my company is holding training sessions dealing with all the new things in technology, as in ransomware, hacking, etc. We were told that you may be a bit safer downloading apps with an Apple product. Per our IT guy, the reason behind this is that with an Apple product, you can only download through Apple. They are safer to download and a lot less risk to putting ransomware on your phone. Not insinuating that an Android poses the problem that there aren't safe options, just that people can download from anywhere putting their phone in a greater risk.

 

[MrsJackSparrow4Life]

It is all personal preference. I have had both and you couldn't pay me to go back to an android. My fiancé on the other hand won't touch an Apple. We make fun of each other over it all the time.

Battery life also depends on personal usage. He has to charge his Samsung all the time due to playing games and music all day. I very rarely have to charge my iPhone during the day but I just take pictures, use Facebook and read a couple different discussion boards for the most part.

 

[kimblebee]

I have an iPhone and my husband has an Android. I find that it takes a lot more steps to do something on his phone than it does on mine.

 

[GaryDis]

I've never had a problem with my iPhone battery dying, with either the 5 or 6. I keep location services to a minimum, have good signal and good wifi. I almost never do voice calls.

Have you checked which apps are consuming battery? And do you have the screen illumination turned down as much as comfortable?

When we were in the parks, it was always DH worrying about battery more than me, with his iPhone 7. I'm not sure why, except he has unlimited data and I don't, so I limit my usage more than him. But we're up to four spare battery packs now (an Anker which I bought, good for 3 full charges, plus three other giveaways). I brought my Anker to the parks, but don't bother with a spare battery for day to day use. I usually keep my phone charging while driving, and charge it most nights.

I've used Android phones in the past, and frankly, I'd rather carry a spare battery all the time if that's what it came to. If carrying a separate spare battery is a nuisance, get a battery case. I'm fond of Anker in general, but Mophie is popular.

 

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

My 2 cents. If you do have an ipad, as I do, I love having both and used to the set up and ease of using it. Some love Android, I have never had one, but have heard from some that they feel an iphone is easier to use, especially if you have other Apple products. As far as all of that goes, it is an individual preference. Some people are Apple only, the other side of the coin is Android only. Now, for the next part of my thinking...my company is holding training sessions dealing with all the new things in technology, as in ransomware, hacking, etc. We were told that you may be a bit safer downloading apps with an Apple product. Per our IT guy, the reason behind this is that with an Apple product, you can only download through Apple. They are safer to download and a lot less risk to putting ransomware on your phone. Not insinuating that an Android poses the problem that there aren't safe options, just that people can download from anywhere putting their phone in a greater risk.

Don't tell me that regrading android it was a very high tech birthday at my request and it was part Apple and part android we are talking fire stick from my mom and step mom and fire tablet from grandma in law. I would go on but I don't want you guys to think I am spoiled

 

[xlxo]

Thoughts....

• as mentioned... usage determines more on battery life.
• screen brightness, wifi and how often you use airplane mode makes a difference
• avoid the cheapie Android phones.... they have tiny batteries compared to the premium phones
• love my 30000mah power bank. USB-C makes a huge difference in charging time.
• don't be a wall hugger.

 

[Grace&Carolinesmom]

FWIW, my DD19 just switched from iphone 6 to the Samsung Galaxy S8 and LOVES it! For comparison, she has been using an iphone since she was 13. For school, she uses a Macbook but does not use a tablet. She was tired of having trouble with her iphones getting "glitchy" and constantly carrying around an external battery because her iphones would have awful battery life after the phone was about 6 months old.

We decided to switch from Sprint to TMobile at the end of May and seeing how much DH and I have loved our Samsung G6 phones, she decided to make the move. It took her a few weeks to get the hang of using an android device but now loves it. She is amazed at the battery life and picture quality. Also loving her dedicated earphone jack that was omitted on the latest iphone. The ONLY problem she has encountered was communicating with her friends that only want to talk on ichat?? (I think that is what it is called?) It took them a few weeks to add her into their conversations differently....

 

[Lynne M]

Instead of getting a new phone, try googling "improving iPhone battery life." There are a ton of how-to's out there that will walk you through figuring out why the battery's draining quickly, and how to correct the problems. It can be as easy as changing a few things in settings. I use my iPhone 7 heavily all day, and I still have a good 20-30% of battery life when I plug it in at the end of the day.

With any phone, how long your battery lasts is going to depend a lot on you. How you have it configured, what settings you've chosen, what apps you're running, how you use it. Don't assume that just getting any Android phone is going to fix all of your battery problems.

That's another good point: All iPhones are manufactured by Apple. They make the operating system, they make the phone itself. "Android" is just the name of an operating system, and phones that run the Android operating system are made by lots of different companies. They vary in quality and in features. If you're determined to switch, do a LOT of research before you buy.

 

[Straitlover]

Since you are getting the Fire tablet and you said in another thread you would be doing more reading on that instead of your IPhone, you may find your IPhone battery will last longer. I'd wait and see before jumping ship.

 

[wenrob]

I am just tired of my battery dying all the time and I just replaced my phone

When is the last time you've done a hard reset on your phone? Sometimes you can have an app "go rogue" on you (this is with ANY phone/device Apple/Android) and drain your battery. To get the best results from any phone you need to regularly clean it up and go over your settings to make sure you're getting the best performance you can. Aside from the very first iPhone I've never had battery life issues with my iPhones but I set them up very conservatively and only use certain features when needed rather than letting everything run full stop all the time.

Instead of getting a new phone, try googling "improving iPhone battery life." There are a ton of how-to's out there that will walk you through figuring out why the battery's draining quickly, and how to correct the problems. It can be as easy as changing a few things in settings. I use my iPhone 7 heavily all day, and I still have a good 20-30% of battery life when I plug it in at the end of the day.

With any phone, how long your battery lasts is going to depend a lot on you. How you have it configured, what settings you've chosen, what apps you're running, how you use it. Don't assume that just getting any Android phone is going to fix all of your battery problems.

That's another good point: All iPhones are manufactured by Apple. They make the operating system, they make the phone itself. "Android" is just the name of an operating system, and phones that run the Android operating system are made by lots of different companies. They vary in quality and in features. If you're determined to switch, do a LOT of research before you buy.

All of this.

On using iTunes you'll be able to use it on your iPad, PC if you have iTunes installed there and your Apple TV but won't be able to use it on non Apple devices.

 

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

The big switch won't be for another 14 months and another problem dh or I have to have a IPhone because neither one of us drives so we need uber in a pinch when my mom or step mom is not available

 

[disneychrista]

Don't do it !

Tried an android and HATED IT! If you're up are used to iPhone Android is just different enough to be frustrating. I will never have anything but an iPhone (or a basic flip phone).

 

[xlxo]

Since you are getting the Fire tablet

Does Amazon still use a "forked" Android? This can create problems on some apps.

 

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

Does Amazon still use a "forked" Android? This can create problems on some apps.

I am confused

 

[littlejimmy]

Don't tell me that regrading android it was a very high tech birthday at my request and it was part Apple and part android we are talking fire stick from my mom and step mom and fire tablet from grandma in law. I would go on but I don't want you guys to think I am spoiled

too late tink. we already think you are spoiled. hee hee

 

[tinkerbellandeeyor]

too late tink. we already think you are spoiled. hee hee

In short it was a very high tech birthday and in part I think it was to make up for pumpkins lost we where like peanut butter and jelly especially in the end